Job Description
Humphries Kirk Solicitors is a well-established and recognised law firm providing professional legal services to clients, locally, nationally and beyond.
Due to iinternal progression, we are seeking a full time Legal Admin Assistant to join our Trusts & Tax Team based at our Dorchester office.
The role
The role will involve working closely with the Head of Trust and Tax to support with the preparation of Trust documentation and Tax reporting work as well as undertaking related administration via the online Trust Registration service. The role will also include supporting the team in the undertaking of Estate Tax Administration, preparation of deeds, personal tax returns and other statutory returns.
About you
You will have previous administration experience that you have gained within a professional environment, along with a good understanding of case management systems, preferably within a law firm. You will have excellent client service skills, will be highly numerate and methodical and able to articulate complex information in an easy to understand manner. An understanding of Trust and Tax law is desirable. You may possess a Law or Business (or related) Degree. Either way, you will be keen to progress your career within law with a focus on Trust and Tax.
Benefits and Reward
Our benefits include: 33.5 days holiday per year (with opportunity to buy and sell holiday days), Sabbatical Policy, Health Cash Plan, discounted legal fees, contributory pension, legal discounts, training and development including opportunity to apply for sponsorship of qualifications,
Other info:
Hours: Weekly working hours are Mon - Fri, 9.00am - 5.00pm with 1 hour break (35 hours) - A flexi time scheme is also available after the probation period which enables employees to flex their start, finish and lunch times (subject to manager approval).
Salary: From £18,528 - £21,000 per annum (please note the salary stated is a guide only and salary offered will be but dependent upon skills/experience level)
Parking: The firm make a discretionary contribution towards a season ticket for the town’s car parks.
How to Apply
Please either apply via Indeed, or to see full information (job spec and Job description) and to apply on our website, please go to our careers page; https://hklaw.uk/about-hk-3/hk-careers/
Please note: Due to business need, the advert may be closed early if sufficient suitable applicants have applied, therefore, if the role is of interest, we recommend applying as soon as possible prior to the deadline.
Due to the number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application. We will therefore only contact those candidates who meet the criteria for this role.
If you have not heard from us within 14 days of your application please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £18,500.00-£21,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Sick pay
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Dorchester, DT1 1UR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Please briefly explain why you have applied for this role and particularly why you wish to build a career within Law? (please note that if you no response to this question is provided, your application will be declined)
Experience:
- Administration: 1 year (required)
Work Location: One location
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